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Cory Gerdes
Producer / Stage Manager
Cory is excited to be producing Shrek the Musical. This show is especially important because he is able to combine his philanthropy, teaching and theater! Involved in theater for over 30 years, he has writing, producing, and directing credits, along with his stage and television acting. In addition to working with Music Place Mansfield for the past few years, he has worked with the Cozard Arts Council, Tyler Civic Theatre and two other schools. An award winning Playwright, Cory understands the stage from both the actors and writers perspective. He has developed a stage and screen adaption of his parent's divorce, using popular music in a three-part rock opera trilogy: The Construction Chronicles.
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Alice Bishop
Director
Alice Bishop has been in the music industry for over 35 years. She has loved Directing Shrek the Musical! She says, "Every cast is a little different. This cast's talent and focus has been exceptional! They have been a joy to direct!" Owner of Music Place Mansfield, she would like to thank her talented and dedicated staff and spend a special thank you to her supportive and loving family.
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Dilhya Ross
Musical Direction
Dilhya Ross is pleased to be the Musical Director for Shrek the Musical. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Music Education from Hardin-Simmons University. Ms. Ross has performed as a member of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Chorus, Manhattan Children's Theatre, and on Broadway! She continues her acting career and appears both locally and nationally on television and on film.
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Ashlyn Parsons
Assistant Stage Manager
Ashlyn is excited to be part of the Shrek the Musical crew! This is her first time as Assistant Stage Manager and she is looking forward to seeing the play come together. Ashlyn has been acting for over 10 years and is a natural on and off stage. She would like to thank her friends, family and the cast and crew of Shrek the Musical.
